My 96 year old father, Bill Zmolek, died a beautiful death. Five days ago, learning that his diastolic heart failure would require hospitalization and intensive procedures he decided that now was the time. Until three days ago he was still singing to the staff and family. Then he slept until he stop breathing after his five children were able to gather to be with him. I joined my brothers and sister in singing some of his songs. I have been fortunate to have had this wonderful man in my life for so long. He has no more pain - this was a gift.

That all his kids were there to witness his passing is certainly proof the man was a success. Bonus points for his refusal to not let the health care mafia extort any more money from the family. Beautiful indeed. Condolences, Paul. RIP Mr Zmolek.